Jamaica has emerged triumphant on the Caribbean Week of Agriculture 2023 within the Bahamas after Diandra Rowe, the dynamic pressure behind Abbey Backyard Farm in Manchester, central Jamaica, has clinched the “Younger Farmer of the 12 months” accolade. In the identical vein, seasoned entrepreneur Peter McConnell from Commerce Winds Citrus Ltd emerged because the “Farmer of the 12 months”.
The Caribbean agricultural week is about to finish on Friday, October 13.
Agriculture on the rise: Jamaica on the helm
Jamaica’s Agriculture Minister, Floyd Inexperienced, current in Nassau for the occasion, lauded each Rowe and McConnell for his or her exemplary contributions.
He emphasised that their efforts haven’t solely positioned Jamaica on a pedestal however have additionally illuminated a path for the broader Caribbean realm.
Jamaica’s double win, in keeping with Inexperienced, speaks volumes concerning the unwavering dedication and fervor that permeates the nation’s agricultural sector.
Past conventional farming: Jamaica’s agricultural evolution
Minister Inexperienced underscored the continued transformation inside Jamaica’s agricultural framework.
Removed from being confined to conventional strategies, Jamaica’s agricultural imaginative and prescient hinges on innovation, resilience, and long-term sustainability.
He additional famous that champions like Rowe and McConnell are on the forefront of this evolution, guaranteeing Jamaica’s stature as a premier agricultural beacon.
Caribbean Week of Agriculture: A symphony of excellence
Past mere celebration, the Caribbean Week of Agriculture stands as a testomony to the area’s numerous agricultural prowess.
It’s an avenue for regional partnership, data dissemination, and saluting the relentless efforts of Caribbean farmers.
